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Honorary Degrees

Following is a sampling of the many people who have received honorary degrees from Holy Cross. The College began the tradition of assigning honorary degrees in 1851 to individuals who embrace the mission of Holy Cross in their daily lives.

Eavan BolandIrish poet and essayist;Melvin and Bill Lane Professor in the humanities, Stanford University;author of eight volumes of poetry;Doctor of Humane Letters 2000